At what rate percent per annum will Rs. 50000 amount to Rs. 58320 in 2 years, compound interest compounded annually? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

At what rate percent per annum will Rs. 50000 amount to Rs. 58320 in 2 years, compound interest compounded annually?
A. 10%
B. 8%
C. 6%
D. 12%
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Amount/Principal = 58320 / 50000 = 5832 / 5000 = 11664 / 10000 = (108 / 100)^2. Therefore, 1 + R/100 = 1.08 => R = 8%.

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Question #1
What is the compound interest on Rs. 30000 for 1 year at 10% per annum, compounded half-yearly?
A. Rs. 3075
B. Rs. 3100
C. Rs. 3000
D. Rs. 3150

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Half-yearly rate = 10/2 = 5%. Time = 2 half-years. Amount = 30000 * (1 + 5/100)^2 = 30000 * 1.1225 = Rs. 33075. Compound Interest = 33075 - 30000 = Rs. 3075.

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Find the compound interest on Rs. 50000 for 1 year at 12% per annum, compounded quarterly.
A. Rs. 6000.00
B. Rs. 6400.00
C. Rs. 6520.50
D. Rs. 6275.44

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Quarterly rate = 12 / 4 = 3%. Time = 4 quarters. Amount = 50000 * (1 + 3/100)^4 = 50000 * (1.03)^4 = 50000 * 1.12550881 = Rs. 56275.44. Compound Interest = 56275.44 - 50000 = Rs. 6275.44.

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Question #3
The simple interest on a sum for 2 years at 12% is Rs. 720. The compound interest on the same sum for 2 years at 12% is:
A. Rs. 752.64
B. Rs. 768.00
C. Rs. 763.20
D. Rs. 760.00

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
P = 72000/(12×2) = 3000. CI = 3000[(1.12)² − 1] = 3000 × 0.2544 = 763.20.

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